- Rosanna Monachello | Narcissistic Abuse Transformational Coach
Can a narcissist change?
Dr. Joe Dispenza… A Roadmap to The Realms Beyond Physical Senses
May 7, 2021
Living with pathological narcissism: a qualitative study
May 7, 2021I hold to the theory that narcissism is not a condition but a mindset, behavioural and communication trait. Traits are ingrained into us. We are literally programmed with them by 7 years old. We all have some narcissism but they only surface when we are in flight, fright, freeze or flop mode and to varying degrees. It is important to recognise that an healthy element of narcissism may be necessary in certain circumstances for survival purposes.
But a person scoring high in narcissism will utilise these traits in order to feel powerful, exert status or even simply for amusement or even to mitigate boredom!.
For most of us these narcissistic moments are not consistent, nor persistent but isolated events which only get triggered when we are extremely threatened or controlled. We may still score very high on empathy and compassion despite this potential for narcissism. We are just being triggered or are having an off day.
It is important to make the distinction between a relatively well rounded individual manifesting narcissistic traits through programming or trauma no matter how severe and someone who may be classified as a sociopath or a psychopath. I believe in the first instance, there is a possibility and potential for change provided the individual can take responsibility for their behaviour and wants to change and work on themselves because they have a fair amount of compassion. I can work with clients in this instance to remove negative programming and self sabotage and I believe change may be possible. However I cannot help a sociopath or a psychopath.
Take a look at this article for more information
https://www.healthline.com/health/can-a-narcissist-change
https://www.healthline.com/health/can-a-narcissist-change
